When considering a particular style or type of furniture for your home it’s best to take a look at all the different flavors available. Cape Cod is a univeral style and typically a popular choice.

Cap cod style furniture is more than just a furniture itself, its really a way of life. It’s about the feeling of ocean breezes, open air, and the clean natural emotion experienced when relaxing at a beach.

The style originated in the 1930’s to the 1950’s when people were looking for a way to slow down and enjoy life. The Cape was a very popular location at the time, a vacation spot which people would travel to for days off. it was the haven of serenity and tranquility with the creative and artsy scene. Such as artists, poets, performers, and those with an extreme passion for art. It was as if you were arriving in a different era when visiting Cape Cod. Houses were clean, simple and neutral. We would call this ’shabby chic’ by today’s standards.

Easy colors such as pale yellows, seaside blues, sandy creams and plums replaced the previous dark cherry and oak. Furniture was still elegant and modern although less imposing as previous styles. Less was more was the motto of the Cape Cod revolution. Pieces were painted and snded down to give a worn yet comfortable look. Light woods were used (if at all) and usually made to look like the color of sand. Everything was fresh, clean and lively, just like Cape Cod itself. Furniture makers began using nature for the inspiration, taking the colors, feelings, and surroundings of cape cod. Things like sailboats, water, rocks, and even the seagulls became inspirations for the craftsman.

The furniture is basic with a slight French flair. It’s traditional yet elegant and modern at the same time. Consider it a melting pot of many different styles found worldwide. The true secret to the Cape Cod style furniture is to haev light or neautral pieces and accent them with bright colors in drapes, rugs, pictures, or other nautical pieces. This is why Cape Cod styles include pale or white pieces of furniture to not take away from the beauty and accessories of the ocean.

When one reflects and considers Cape Cod furniture they realize the rustic calm cottage feel. It shows the soothing way of life and everything was made around that philosophy. Its a refreshing style of furniture that leaves you feeling as if you are in a constant abyss of vacation.